VADDIO QuickCAT Universal Installation Manual
VADDIO QuickCAT Universal Installation Manual

VADDIO QuickCAT Universal Installation Manual

Ceiling mount for ptz cameras

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Installation Guide for the
QuickCAT Universal
Ceiling Mount for PTZ Cameras
Document 8800-002975 Rev. 00
June 2017

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  • Page 1 Installation Guide for the QuickCAT Universal Ceiling Mount for PTZ Cameras Document 8800-002975 Rev. 00 June 2017...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Before You Start Safety Information Symbols in this Guide Tools Unpacking the Ceiling Mount Installation Deciding Which Installation Method to Use Installing the Tile Bridge Above the Ceiling Tile Installing the Tile Bridge Flush with the Ceiling Tile Determining How to Anchor the Support Wires Anchoring to Existing Objects Anchoring to Concrete Anchoring to Wood...
  • Page 3: Before You Start

    Before You Start Read the safety information. Be sure you understand the symbols used in this guide. Be sure you have the tools you need. Be sure you received all the parts that should be included. Safety Information The WARNING symbol and keyword alert you to the possibility of serious injury or death if you do not follow the associated instructions.
  • Page 4: Symbols In This Guide

    Installation Guide for the QuickCAT Universal Ceiling Mount for PTZ Cameras Symbols in this Guide Mark with a pencil Tighten the fastener Marcar con lápiz Apretar elemento de fijación Stiftmarkierung Befestigungsteil festziehen Marcar com lápis Apertar fixador Segno a matita...
  • Page 5: Tools

    Installation Guide for the QuickCAT Universal Ceiling Mount for PTZ Cameras Tools Be sure you have the tools you need: Tape measure Pencil Drill Wire cutters (optional) #2 Phillips screwdriver Level If installing the tile bridge flush with the ceiling tile, you will also need:...
  • Page 6: Unpacking The Ceiling Mount

    Installation Guide for the QuickCAT Universal Ceiling Mount for PTZ Cameras Unpacking the Ceiling Mount Make sure you received all the items you expected. Security hex Phillips head screws, Hex head screw, Security hex key (1) head screw, 10-24 x 5/8 in. (8) 1/4-20 x 5/8 in.
  • Page 7: Installation

    Installation Guide for the QuickCAT Universal Ceiling Mount for PTZ Cameras Installation Tasks in this procedure: Determine what portion of the mount will be visible, and place the tile bridge accordingly. Determine how the mount will be supported, and anchor the support wires accordingly.
  • Page 8: Installing The Tile Bridge Above The Ceiling Tile

    Installation Guide for the QuickCAT Universal Ceiling Mount for PTZ Cameras Installing the Tile Bridge Above the Ceiling Tile To prepare the ceiling tile: 1. Determine exactly where the column should enter the ceiling, and mark the centerpoint on the lower side of the tile (the side visible to people in the room).
  • Page 9 Installation Guide for the QuickCAT Universal Ceiling Mount for PTZ Cameras To place the tile bridge: 1. Place the tile bridge on top of the ceiling tile so that the end brackets hook over the taller rails of the ceiling framework.
  • Page 10: Installing The Tile Bridge Flush With The Ceiling Tile

    Installation Guide for the QuickCAT Universal Ceiling Mount for PTZ Cameras Installing the Tile Bridge Flush with the Ceiling Tile 1. Remove the ceiling tile. 2. Place the tile bridge so that the end brackets hook over the taller rails of the ceiling framework, and adjust its position as needed.
  • Page 11: Determining How To Anchor The Support Wires

    Installation Guide for the QuickCAT Universal Ceiling Mount for PTZ Cameras Determining How to Anchor the Support Wires 1. Determine how to anchor the safety wires for the mount: Loop each support wire around an available object Anchor the support wires to solid concrete Anchor the support wires to wood ceiling joists 2.
  • Page 12: Anchoring To Existing Objects

    Installation Guide for the QuickCAT Universal Ceiling Mount for PTZ Cameras Anchoring to Existing Objects Warning: Attach each support wire to an object that can support at least 35 lbs (16 kg) and will not allow the wire to slip. Inadequate support can result in serious injury and equipment damage.
  • Page 13: Anchoring To Wood

    Installation Guide for the QuickCAT Universal Ceiling Mount for PTZ Cameras Anchoring to Wood Warning: Install eye bolts into a standard 2x4 (3.5 in x 1.5 in/9 cm x 4 cm) or larger beam, drilling along the centerline of the narrower face.
  • Page 14: Securing The Tile Bridge

    Installation Guide for the QuickCAT Universal Ceiling Mount for PTZ Cameras Securing the Tile Bridge 1. Optional: Use four 10-24 x 5/8 in. screws to secure the tile bridge to the ceiling framework and prevent shifting. For 600mm frameworks, install the screws through the outer face of the adjustable end brackets.
  • Page 15: Installing The Column

    Installation Guide for the QuickCAT Universal Ceiling Mount for PTZ Cameras Installing the Column 1. Slide the trim ring onto the column, with the open side up. 2. Slide the column up into the column support, making sure the ratchet engages.
  • Page 16: Adjusting The Column Rotation

    Installation Guide for the QuickCAT Universal Ceiling Mount for PTZ Cameras Adjusting the Column Rotation This adjustment is not always necessary. 1. Check to see whether the mount plate at the base of the column is oriented properly. The side with the roll adjustment (R) lock should face roughly the direction that the camera will point.
  • Page 17: Attaching The Camera

    Installation Guide for the QuickCAT Universal Ceiling Mount for PTZ Cameras Attaching the Camera To attach the camera to the camera mounting plate: 1. While supporting the camera so there is no weight on its head or mounting arm, place the camera mount plate against the camera's base.
  • Page 18: Connecting The Camera

    Installation Guide for the QuickCAT Universal Ceiling Mount for PTZ Cameras To attach the camera mounting plate to the column: 1. Slide the posts on the camera mounting plate into the keyhole slots on the base of the column. Warning: Support the camera until the posts engage the keyhole slots and the locking plate is fully engaged and locked into place.
  • Page 19: Last Steps

    Installation Guide for the QuickCAT Universal Ceiling Mount for PTZ Cameras Last Steps 1. Referring to the documentation for the camera and (if used) the camera interface, verify that the camera powers on and functions properly. 2. Install a 10-24 x 1/4 in. screw in the column mount to immobilize the column release ring.
  • Page 20: Warranty Information

    Vaddio receives notice of such defects during the warranty. Vaddio, at its option, will repair or replace products that prove to be defective. Vaddio manufactures its hardware products from parts and components that are new or...
  • Page 21 Vaddio and QuickCAT are trademarks or registered trademarks of Milestone AV Technologies. All other brand names or marks are used for identification purposes and are trademarks of their respective owners.

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